Joceline

Meaning of Joceline

Joceline is a female name with English and French origins. In English, it is pronounced as JOH-suh-leen (/ˈdʒoʊsəˌlin/), while in French, it is pronounced as zhoh-seh-LEEN (/ʒɔseˈlin/). The name Joceline is a variation of the name Jocelyn.

In terms of popularity, Joceline has had varying levels of usage in the United States over the years. In recent times, it has been given to a small number of newborns each year. For example, in 2021, there were 6 occurrences of the name Joceline, ranking at 13,431. Similarly, in 2020 and 2019, there were also 6 occurrences each year with rankings at 13,419 and 13,772 respectively. It's worth noting that the popularity of this name has fluctuated over time, with higher rankings seen in previous decades.

Overall, Joceline is a beautiful and unique name choice for parents looking for something with English or French roots. Its historical usage shows that it has remained relatively uncommon but still maintains a certain level of appeal for those seeking an underused baby name option.

Pronunciation

English

  • Pronunced as JOH-suh-leen (/ˈdʒoʊsəˌlin/)

French

  • Pronunced as zhoh-seh-LEEN (/ʒɔseˈlin/)

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Notable People Named Joceline

Joceline Clemencia was an influential Afro-Curaçaoan writer, linguist, feminist, and independence activist who successfully advocated for the recognition of the Creole language Papiamento and worked towards the independence of Curaçao from the Netherlands.
Joceline Monteiro is a Portuguese runner known for her expertise in the 400 and 800-meter races.
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